2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2005 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Idea and 2005 Mahindra Bolero were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mahindra Bolero (72 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mahindra Bolero should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Because 2005 Mahindra Bolero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Idea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Bolero. (155 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 2005 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | Idea | Bolero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
