2008 Volkswagen Touran vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran and 1999 Volkswagen Bora are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 338 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Touran | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Touran | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
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 | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |