2003 Rover City vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2003 Rover City 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Rover City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Rover City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Rover City | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | City | Bora |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 62 L |