2005 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 8 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 924 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Volkswagen Bora | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Bora | 6 series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |