2008 Toyota Celica vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2008 Toyota Celica 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Celica. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 122 kg more than 2008 Toyota Celica. 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 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Celica | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Celica | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |