2007 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 320 | Bora |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |