2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (149 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1257 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Express | Bora |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |