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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 157 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 2004 Volkswagen Bora has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Volkswagen Passat 2004 Volkswagen Bora
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Passat Bora
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 204 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.4 seconds 12.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1368 kg 1211 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.3 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 55 L


 

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