1999 Ford Contour vs. 2005 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Bolero. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 538 kg more than 1999 Ford Contour.
Because 2005 Mahindra Bolero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Contour. 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, 1999 Ford Contour (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Bolero. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Contour | 2005 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Contour | Bolero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1780 kg |
