2005 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 5 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 14 kg more than 2010 Opel Astra.
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 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Bora | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
| Model | Bora | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1292 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
