2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 266 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Odyssey | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Odyssey | Bora |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |