2000 Ford ST 460 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2000 Ford ST 460 and 2000 Volkswagen Bora were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford ST 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. (98 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2000 Ford ST 460 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford ST 460. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford ST 460 (178 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. (156 Nm). This means 2000 Ford ST 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford ST 460 | 2000 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | ST 460 | Bora |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 460 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 156 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |