2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 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 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 545 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 2004 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Tundra | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Tundra | Bora |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |