2009 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora

To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 976 kg more than 2005 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 2005 Volkswagen Bora
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Tiguan Bora
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 1700 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2307 kg 1331 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 55 L


 

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