2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2008 Ford Mustang 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 4,006 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 199 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Ford Mustang 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 2008 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4006 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1276 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |