2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 523 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Bora (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ranger | Bora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
