2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (392 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (149 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1352 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 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Range Rover | Bora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 392 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
