2002 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 2011 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Bora | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | Bora | i30 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
