2007 Mazda 5 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora

To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 173 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mazda 5 1999 Volkswagen Bora
Make Mazda Volkswagen
Model 5 Bora
Year Released 2007 1999
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4150 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.1 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1475 kg 1302 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2520 mm


 

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