2003 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 97 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Volkswagen Bora | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Bora | Bora |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |