2006 Morgan Aero vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero.
Because 2006 Morgan Aero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Morgan Aero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Morgan Aero (448 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Morgan Aero | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Morgan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aero | Bora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
