2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 6 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
