2005 Mahindra Bolero vs. 2005 Subaru Forester

To start off, both 2005 Mahindra Bolero and 2005 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Bolero. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 324 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Bolero. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Bolero.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mahindra Bolero 2005 Subaru Forester
Make Mahindra Subaru
Model Bolero Forester
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Size 2523 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 62 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1780 kg 1456 kg


 

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