2008 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Matrix 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Matrix (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Matrix should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 158 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 Hyundai Matrix (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
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2008 Hyundai Matrix | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Matrix | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |