2008 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, both 2008 Volkswagen Bora and 2008 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 29 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Volkswagen Bora 2008 Volkswagen Passat
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Bora Passat
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 200 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.5 seconds 12.4 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 1373 kg 1344 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.5 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 70 L


 

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