2008 Volkswagen Commercial vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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 2,461 cc, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial (108 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Commercial weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 2008 Volkswagen Bora has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Commercial has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Commercial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Commercial | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Commercial | Bora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1595 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 139 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
