2005 Mahindra Bolero vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2005 Mahindra Bolero and 2005 Volkswagen Lupo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Bolero. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 802 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
Because 2005 Mahindra Bolero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mahindra Bolero will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mahindra Bolero (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mahindra Bolero | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Mahindra | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bolero | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 978 kg |
