2000 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Volvo S40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. (98 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S40 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo S40 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 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, 2005 Volvo S40 (320 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. (156 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Volkswagen Bora | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Bora | S40 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |