2008 Toyota Prius vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2008 Toyota Prius 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Toyota Prius. 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 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius. 2008 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Prius | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Prius | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |