What to buy? Bajaj Pulsar 220 Vs. Pulsar AS200
While Bajaj has launched two new semi-faired versions of the Pulsar in India, the older Pulsar 220 still continues to be on sale here in India.
Launched way back in 2007, the Pulsar 220 still manages to sell in decent numbers in the Indian market. But with the introduction of the Pulsar AS200, which is also a semi-faired model, we expect the older model to be shelved sometime soon. As of now, both these models are available on sale and if you’re confused what you should buy, here’s a quick comparo…
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Pulsar 220 |
Pulsar AS200 |
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Price (ex-Delhi) |
Rs. 86,699 |
Rs. 91,550 |
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Engine capacity |
220cc |
200cc |
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Cooling |
Oil-cooled |
Liquid-cooled |
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Technology |
Twin-spark |
Triple-spark |
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Power |
21.05 PS @ 8,500 RPM |
23.5 PS @ 9,500 RPM |
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Torque |
19.12 Nm @ 7,000 RPM |
18.3 Nm @ 8,000 RPM |
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Gearbox |
5-speed |
6-speed |
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Fuel tank capacity |
15L |
12L |
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Length |
2,035mm |
2,070mm |
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Width |
750mm |
804mm |
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Height |
1,165mm |
1,205mm |
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Wheelbase |
1,350mm |
1,363mm |
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Ground clearance |
165mm |
167mm |
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Kerb weight |
150kg |
153kg |
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Headlamp |
Peojector |
Projector |
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Tail lamp |
LED |
LED |
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Instrument cluster |
Digital + analogue |
Digital + analogue |
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Front brake |
260mm disc |
280mm petal disc |
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Rear brake |
230mm disc |
230mm petal disc |
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Front tyre |
90/90/R17 |
100/80/R17 |
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Rear tyre |
120/80/R17 |
130/70/R17 |
So for almost Rs. 5,000 more, you get a better product in the Pulsar AS200. The Pulsar 220 still holds ground, but is a tad bit dated now and also, engine refinement and other aspects show their age compared to the latest offering.
So, what would you buy?
