2008 Toyota Corolla vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 136 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Corolla | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Bora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
