2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 229 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Passat | Bora |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |