2004 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2004 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, 2011 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Bora | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | Bora | i30 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
