2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora

To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 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 1,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (168 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 491 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2008 Volkswagen Bora
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model A6 Bora
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 148 HP
Torque 280 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 227 km/hour 211 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.4 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 1880 kg 1389 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 5.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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