2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora

To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 344 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (236 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Mustang 2005 Volkswagen Bora
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Mustang Bora
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4589 cc 1716 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 529 Nm 236 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 86.4 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1662 kg 1318 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 55 L


 

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