1999 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 12 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 17 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Bora | 2011 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bora | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
