2007 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 685 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2004 Volkswagen Bora
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model A4 Bora
Year Released 2007 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 116 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 282 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 86.9 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1195 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 45 L


 

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