2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 998 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Touareg | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4921 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 1153 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |