2008 Honda Fit vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 18 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fit | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |