1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 93 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ford Ranger 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 1995 Ford Ranger. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Ranger | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Ranger | Bora |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |