2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Tucson and 2005 Volkswagen Bora were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 206 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tucson | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
