2007 Honda Element vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2007 Honda Element 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
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 Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Element | Bora |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |