2011 Ford F-250 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 7 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2011 Ford F-250 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 2011 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford F-250 | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-250 | Bora |
Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 548 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1966 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |