2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 323 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 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 2009 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-350 | Bora |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 55 L |