2002 Toyota Corolla vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Corolla | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Bora |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |