2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1999 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mahindra Bolero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mahindra Bolero would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 734 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 1999 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | F-250 | Bolero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1700 kg |
