2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 73 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avalanche | Bora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
