2012 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 9 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 518 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Equinox | Bora |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| 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 | 182 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 45 L |
