2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 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. Both 2001 Ford Mondeo and 1999 Volkswagen Bora are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 140 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.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mondeo | Bora |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |