2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3822 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
