2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora

To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Volkswagen Bora were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2008 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2008 Volkswagen Bora
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model A4 Bora
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 212 km/hour 211 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10 seconds 9.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1389 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.7 L/100km 5.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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