2009 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora

To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 10 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 2,323 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 520 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 2009 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 1999 Volkswagen Bora
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model A4 Bora
Year Released 2009 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 2323 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 141 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 205 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 90.2 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 895 kg 1415 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2520 mm


 

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