2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2007 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 2,498 cc, 2007 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Bolero (100 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Bolero should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 729 kg more than 2005 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mahindra Bolero (236 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 2007 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Bantam | Bolero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1765 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
