2006 Toyota Camry vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Camry | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camry | Bora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1896 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
