2004 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2000 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Vectra (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Vectra weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 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, 2000 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 2000 Holden Vectra has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Bora | 2000 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
| Model | Bora | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
