2007 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (105 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 191 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Bora |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |