2009 Ford Edge vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 248 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Edge | Bora |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |