2008 Proton Savvy vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2008 Proton Savvy 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (108 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Proton Savvy. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Proton Savvy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 248 kg more than 2008 Proton Savvy. 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 (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Savvy. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Savvy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Proton Savvy | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | Savvy | Bora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 11.2 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 | 963 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
