2005 Peugeot 307 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 307 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307.
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 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307. 2005 Peugeot 307 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 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 307 | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 307 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1211 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
