2001 Toyota Previa vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 114 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 395 kg more than 1999 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, 2001 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Previa | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Previa | Bora |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |
