2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mondeo | Bora |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
