Volkswagen Golf 1998 vs Volkswagen Bora 1998
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
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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: | 100 HP | 101 HP | |
| Torque: | 145 NM | 145 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.9 seconds | 12 seconds | |
| Volkswagen Golf engine produces 1 HP less power than Volkswagen Bora, the torque is the same for both cars. Despite less power, Volkswagen Golf reaches 100 km/h speed 1.1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.4 | 7.5 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.0 l/100km | 8.1 l/100km | |
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By specification Volkswagen Golf consumes 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Bora, which means that by driving the Volkswagen Golf over 15,000 km in a year you can save 15 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Volkswagen Golf consumes 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Bora. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 740 km in combined cycle | 730 km in combined cycle | |
| 960 km on highway | 940 km on highway | ||
| 680 km with real consumption | 670 km with real consumption | ||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 480'000 km | 480'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 14 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Volkswagen Polo, Skoda Octavia, Seat Ibiza, Seat Toledo | 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 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 Volkswagen Bora 1998 1.6 engine: The most common issues with this engine are unstable idle and excessive vibrations. These problems are often resolved by cleaning the fuel injectors or the throttle body. Another frequent source of trouble ... More about Volkswagen Bora 1998 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.15 m | 4.38 m | |
| Width: | 1.74 m | 1.74 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.45 m | |
| Volkswagen Golf is 23 cm shorter than the Volkswagen Bora, width is practically the same , while the height of Volkswagen Golf is 1 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 455 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 785 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volkswagen Golf is 0.1 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Bora. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 1`720 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | above average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 1400 | 1400 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.4/10 | 8.0/10 | |
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