2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Bolero. (72 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 2005 Mahindra Bolero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. 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 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Bolero. (155 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Focus | Bolero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1698 kg |
