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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (128 HP @ 4000 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 20 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2008 Volkswagen Bora has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1373 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |