1999 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 307 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. 2012 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Bora | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Bora | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
