1999 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 13 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 2,323 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 94 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke.
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, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Bora | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Bora | Juke |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
