2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1328 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | Range Rover | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2557 kg | 1229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |