2005 Holden Vectra vs. 2005 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, both 2005 Holden Vectra 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 Holden Vectra (146 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Bolero. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Holden Vectra.
Because 2005 Mahindra Bolero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Vectra. 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 Holden Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Bolero. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Vectra | 2005 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Holden | Mahindra |
| Model | Vectra | Bolero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1780 kg |
