2000 Ford Laser vs. 2002 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Laser would be higher. Both 2000 Ford Laser and 2002 Volkswagen Bora are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Bora (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser. 2002 Volkswagen Bora has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Laser | 2002 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Laser | Bora |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |