BMW 3 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 3 series engine produces 11 HP less power than Volkswagen Bora, but torque is 10 NM more than Volkswagen Bora. Despite less power, BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
9.1
11.0
Real fuel consumption:
9.8 l/100km
11.0 l/100km
The BMW 3 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification BMW 3 series consumes 1.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Bora, which means that by driving the BMW 3 series over 15,000 km in a year you can save 285 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, BMW 3 series consumes 1.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Bora.
Volkswagen Bora 1998: Vehicle is equipped with 4motion automatic four-wheel drive. Under normal driving conditions, the torque distribution is 90% to the front axle and 10% to the rear axle. When wheel spin is detected, the multi-plate clutch engages and torque is evenly distributed between the axles (50%/50%).
Dimensions
Length:
4.47 m
4.38 m
Width:
1.74 m
1.74 m
Height:
1.42 m
1.45 m
BMW 3 series is 9 cm longer than the Volkswagen Bora, width is practically the same , while the height of BMW 3 series is 3 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
440 litres
340 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
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670 litres
BMW 3 series has more luggage capacity. BMW 3 series has 100 litres more trunk space than the Volkswagen Bora.
Turning diameter:
10 meters
11 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 1 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Bora, which means BMW 3 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
