2011 Honda CR-V vs. 2002 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 361 kg more than 2002 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, 2011 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda CR-V | 2002 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CR-V | Bora |
Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1819 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |