2012 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2002 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 379 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Transit Connect | 2002 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Transit Connect | Bora |
Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4587 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2014 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |