2008 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2010 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2010 Pontiac Vibe 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac Vibe.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. 2010 Pontiac Vibe 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. 2010 Pontiac Vibe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Bora | 2010 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Pontiac |
| Model | Bora | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
