2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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. Both 2007 Volkswagen Passat and 1999 Volkswagen Bora are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 187 kg more than 1999 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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Passat | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Passat | Bora |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |