2001 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, both 2001 BMW 318 and 2001 Mahindra Bolero were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Bolero. (72 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 398 kg more than 2001 BMW 318.
Because 2001 Mahindra Bolero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW 318 (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Bolero. (155 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 2001 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | BMW | Mahindra |
| Model | 318 | Bolero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1698 kg |
