2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2006 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,498 cc, 2006 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. (93 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Bolero.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 2006 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Ranger | Bolero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3020 mm |
