2006 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 134 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sharan | Bora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
