2008 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 172 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.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 330 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 330 | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1373 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |