1999 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2011 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. 2011 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Bora | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Bora | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
