2008 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 4 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 473 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Bora | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Bora | Hilux |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 18.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |