2008 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2002 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X5 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
