2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 300 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Hardbody | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1195 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
