2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2008 Peugeot 207 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (178 HP) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 47 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. 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 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Peugeot 207 | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 207 | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 178 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1271 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |