2002 Vauxhall Astra 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 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 18 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vauxhall Astra | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astra | Bora |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
