2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Bora. 2003 Volkswagen Bora has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mondeo | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
