2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2001 Ford Mustang and 2001 Volkswagen Bora were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (168 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | Bora |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |