Volkswagen Bora 2003 vs Volkswagen Golf 1998
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 110 HP | 100 HP | |
| Torque: | 155 NM | 145 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11 seconds | 10.9 seconds | |
| Volkswagen Bora engine produces 10 HP more power than Volkswagen Golf, whereas torque is 10 NM more than Volkswagen Golf. Despite the higher power, Volkswagen Bora reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.2 | 7.4 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.4 l/100km | 8.0 l/100km | |
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The Volkswagen Bora is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Volkswagen Bora consumes 1.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf, which means that by driving the Volkswagen Bora over 15,000 km in a year you can save 180 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Volkswagen Bora consumes 1.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 880 km in combined cycle | 740 km in combined cycle | |
| 1050 km on highway | 960 km on highway | ||
| 850 km with real consumption | 680 km with real consumption | ||
| Volkswagen Bora gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 300'000 km | 480'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Volkswagen Golf engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 4 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Volkswagen Golf, Audi A2 | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Volkswagen Polo, Skoda Octavia, Seat Ibiza, Seat Toledo | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Volkswagen Golf might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Volkswagen Bora 2003 1.6 engine: The intake system in this engine is highly complex, with numerous sensors prone to malfunctions. The only effective solution is to replace them when issues arise.
This engine is also highly sensitive to ... More about Volkswagen Bora 2003 1.6 engine Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.6 engine: This is a simple and reliable engine with an impressive lifespan when properly maintained. However, many of its issues stem from air leaks, so checking hoses and the intake manifold is essential. The ignition ... More about Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.38 m | 4.15 m | |
| Width: | 1.74 m | 1.74 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.44 m | |
| Volkswagen Bora is 23 cm longer than the Volkswagen Golf, width is practically the same , while the height of Volkswagen Bora is 1 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 455 litres | no data | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
785 litres | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volkswagen Bora is 0.1 metres more than that of the Volkswagen Golf. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`750 | no data | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 1400 | 1400 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.0/10 | 7.4/10 | |
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