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. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 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 286 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touran | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Touran | Bora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
