2000 GMC Sierra vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 360 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | Bora |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
