2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 101 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
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2005 Subaru Forester | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Forester | Bora |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |