2008 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (168 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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, 2008 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
