2000 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2000 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Bora |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |