2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-150 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-150 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2520 mm |
