2005 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. Both 2005 Volkswagen Bora and 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Bora | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bora | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
