2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C3 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mahindra Bolero (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mahindra Bolero should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 727 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mahindra Bolero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C3. 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 Mahindra Bolero (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 2001 Mahindra Bolero | |
Make | Citroen | Mahindra |
Model | C3 | Bolero |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1780 kg |