2009 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2009 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (236 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 320 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1716 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
