2007 BMW 120 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 120 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
