1999 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2010 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 96 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Bora | 2010 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bora | GTI |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
