2000 Pininfarina Rossa vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pininfarina Rossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pininfarina Rossa would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (485 HP) has 369 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (116 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2000 Pininfarina Rossa 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 Pininfarina Rossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Pininfarina Rossa (570 Nm) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm). This means 2000 Pininfarina Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pininfarina Rossa | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Pininfarina | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rossa | Bora |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5472 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
