2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 229 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Mustang (326 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mustang | Bora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
