2003 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 9 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Bora | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bora | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
