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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 143 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 17 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. 2009 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2354 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1318 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 | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
