2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 181 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CR-V | Bora |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |