2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2003 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 864 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. 2003 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Porsche Cayenne | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | Cayenne | Bora |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 55 L |