2005 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ka 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Bolero. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 644 kg more than 2005 Ford Ka.
Because 2005 Mahindra Bolero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Ka. 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 Mahindra Bolero (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ka | 2005 Mahindra Bolero | |
Make | Ford | Mahindra |
Model | Ka | Bolero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1780 kg |