2001 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (169 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Bora | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bora | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2324 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
