2000 Audi R8 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2000 Audi R8 and 2000 Volkswagen Bora were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 1238 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
Because 2000 Audi R8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Audi R8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 2000 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | R8 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
