2004 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 8 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 895 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.
Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 2012 BMW 650 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. 2012 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Bora | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Bora | 650 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
