2003 Ford Ka vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (149 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 318 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Ka | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ka | Bora |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |