2006 Peugeot Partner vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2006 Peugeot Partner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot Partner. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot Partner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot Partner. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot Partner | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Partner | Bora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
