2007 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 13 kg more 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Golf | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Bora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
