2008 Lexus RX vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2008 Lexus RX 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus RX weights approximately 670 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 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 2008 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Lexus RX | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
Model | RX | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 14.9 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 | 1835 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |