2005 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 2 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. Both 2005 Audi A3 and 2003 Volkswagen Bora are equipped with a 1,595 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Bora.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A3 | Bora |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |