2005 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 52 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jetta | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
