2002 Honda That vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora

To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda That. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda That would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 418 kg more than 2002 Honda That. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda That.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda That 2005 Volkswagen Bora
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model That Bora
Year Released 2002 2005
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 51 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 61 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 66 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64 mm 92.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1238 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2520 mm