2000 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. Both 2000 Volkswagen Golf and 2008 Volkswagen Bora are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (103 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 19 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Volkswagen Golf | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Golf | Bora |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |