2004 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 137 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Polo | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo | Bora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
