2008 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. 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 6 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 151 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Bora | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Bora | Versa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
