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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (105 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 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. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1629 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 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 | 1594 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |