2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 118 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-350 | 2002 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-350 | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |