2003 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2003 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. (98 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 251 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape 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, 2003 Ford Escape (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Escape | 2000 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escape | Bora |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |