2006 Rover 45 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (98 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Rover 45.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Rover 45 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 45 | Bora |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |