2009 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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 Volkswagen Rabbit (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rabbit | Bora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
