2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 752 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 X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X5 | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |