2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 187 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage. 2004 Volkswagen Bora has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sportage | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
