2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Bora |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |