2009 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2009 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 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 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 335 | Bora |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |