2002 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
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 Ford Ka (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ka | Bora |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
