2005 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 805 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 Mitsubishi Grandis (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grandis | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
