2010 Peugeot 408 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 7 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Peugeot 408 | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 408 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1815 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1525 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
