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 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 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 408 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 (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 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. 2001 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2001 Mahindra Bolero has manual transmission. 2001 Mahindra Bolero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Mahindra Bolero 2001 Volkswagen Golf
Make Mahindra Volkswagen
Model Bolero Golf
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Size 2498 cc 1982 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 72 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 155 Nm 166 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1698 kg 1290 kg