2003 Honda City vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda City would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 Honda City. 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 (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda City | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | City | Bora |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |