2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 66 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
