2008 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2008 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 228 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
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 | 0 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 171 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |