2005 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 3 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. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 367 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. 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 (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Bora | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Bora | iQ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 32 L |
