2005 Volkswagen Bora 1.9 TDI Highline Variant vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora 1.4

To start off, both 2005 Volkswagen Bora 1.9 TDI Highline Variant and 2005 Volkswagen Bora 1.4 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora 1.9 TDI Highline Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora 1.9 TDI Highline Variant (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora 1.4. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora 1.9 TDI Highline Variant should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora 1.4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora 1.9 TDI Highline Variant weights approximately 269 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora 1.4. 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 Volkswagen Bora 1.9 TDI Highline Variant (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora 1.4. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora 1.9 TDI Highline Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora 1.4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Volkswagen Bora 1.9 TDI Highline Variant 2005 Volkswagen Bora 1.4
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Bora Bora
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1982 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 75.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 216 km/hour 171 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.3 seconds 14.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1434 kg 1165 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.4 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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