2001 Mahindra Bolero vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2001 Mahindra Bolero and 2001 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Mahindra Bolero. (72 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2001 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 593 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2001 Mahindra Bolero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mahindra Bolero. (155 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mahindra Bolero | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mahindra | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bolero | Golf |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1105 kg |
