2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 543 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Hilux | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Hilux | Bora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
