Volkswagen Bora 1999 vs Volkswagen Vento 1997
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.8 Petrol | 1.8 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain and belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 125 HP | 75 HP | |
| Torque: | 170 NM | 140 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12 seconds | 14.6 seconds | |
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Volkswagen Bora is more dynamic to drive. Volkswagen Bora engine produces 50 HP more power than Volkswagen Vento, whereas torque is 30 NM more than Volkswagen Vento. Thanks to more power Volkswagen Bora reaches 100 km/h speed 2.6 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.0 | 7.6 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.9 l/100km | 8.1 l/100km | |
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The Volkswagen Vento is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Volkswagen Bora consumes 1.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Vento, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volkswagen Bora could require 210 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Volkswagen Bora consumes 1.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Vento. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 680 km in combined cycle | 720 km in combined cycle | |
| 890 km on highway | 940 km on highway | ||
| 620 km with real consumption | 670 km with real consumption | ||
| Volkswagen Vento gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
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Volkswagen Bora has 4x4: 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%). | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 460'000 km | 440'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 4 years | 36 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Audi A6, Audi A4, Volkswagen Golf, Skoda Octavia | Used also on Volkswagen Golf | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Volkswagen Bora 1999 1.8 engine: This engine is known for its reliability and durability, often lasting over 450,000 km with proper maintenance. Regular maintenance, particularly using high-quality oil, is essential to maximize its lifespan and performance.
One of the most common issues is the failure of the vacuum regulator for the intake ... More about Volkswagen Bora 1999 1.8 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.38 m | 4.38 m | |
| Width: | 1.74 m | 1.70 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.42 m | |
| Volkswagen Bora and Volkswagen Vento are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 340 litres | no data | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
670 litres | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 10.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volkswagen Bora is 0.3 metres more than that of the Volkswagen Vento. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`875 | 1`200 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 1200 | 1000 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.8/10 | 6.3/10 | |
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