2001 Toyota Yaris vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Toyota Yaris 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (66 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 472 kg more than 2001 Toyota Yaris. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Yaris | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Yaris | Bora |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
