2005 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 124 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.
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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (211 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Bora | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Bora | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
