2001 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2011 Peugeot 4007
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 4007 is newer by 10 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 4007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 4007 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 4007 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2011 Peugeot 4007 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 4007 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, 2011 Peugeot 4007 (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 4007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Bora | 2011 Peugeot 4007 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | Bora | 4007 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
