2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 40 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota RAV4. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota RAV4 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | RAV4 | Bora |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |