2003 Mitsubishi Verada 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 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 179 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Verada | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Verada | Bora |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
