2005 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 204 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.
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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Bora | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Bora | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
