2008 Ford Maverick vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2008 Ford Maverick and 2008 Volkswagen Bora were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Maverick weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2008 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Maverick 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Maverick | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maverick | Bora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
