2008 Pontiac G5 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G5 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G5 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
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 Pontiac G5 (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G5 | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | G5 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
