2005 Ford C-MAX vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Ford C-MAX. (104 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 136 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford C-MAX. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford C-MAX | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | C-MAX | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
