2006 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Bora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
