2008 Volkswagen Multivan vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. Both 2008 Volkswagen Multivan and 1999 Volkswagen Bora are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (108 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (83 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 919 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (201 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Multivan | Bora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2199 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |
