Volkswagen Bora facts for kids
The Volkswagen Bora is a type of car that was made by the German company Volkswagen. It was introduced in 1998. The Bora took the place of an older car model called the Vento. Later, in 2005, the Bora itself was replaced by a newer car known as the Jetta.
What Powers the Bora?
Cars need an engine to move. The engine is like the heart of the car. It uses fuel to create power. The Volkswagen Bora had many different types of engines. These engines gave the car different amounts of power. Power is measured in kilowatts (kW) or horsepower (hp). More power usually means the car can go faster or accelerate more quickly.
Here are some of the engines that were available for the Volkswagen Bora:
- 1.4 16V engine: This one had 55 kW (75 hp).
- 1.6 engine: This came in two versions, with 74 kW (100 hp) or 75 kW (102 hp).
- 1.6 16V engine: This had 77 kW (105 hp).
- 1.6 FSI engine: This was a special type with 81 kW (110 hp).
- 1.8 20V engine: This offered 92 kW (125 hp).
- 1.8 T engine: This was a powerful one, with 110 kW (147 hp) or 132 kW (180 hp).
- 2.0 engine: This had 85 kW (115 hp).
- 2.3 V5 engine: This came with 110 kW (150 hp) or 125 kW (170 hp).
- 2.8 VR6 engine: This was one of the most powerful, with 150 kW (204 hp).
- 1.9 SDI engine: This was a diesel engine with 50 kW (68 hp).
- 1.9 TDI engine: This was another diesel engine. It came in many power levels: 66 kW (90 hp), 74 kW (100 hp), 81 kW (110 hp), 85 kW (115 hp), 96 kW (130 hp), and 110 kW (150 hp).
Images for kids
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2002 Volkswagen Jetta TDI turbodiesel (US)
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Volkswagen Jetta wagon (US)
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2008 Volkswagen City Jetta (Canada)
See also
In Spanish: Volkswagen Bora para niños
