1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2007 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (93 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2007 Mahindra Bolero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2007 Mahindra Bolero has manual transmission. 2007 Mahindra Bolero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Park Avenue | 2007 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Buick | Mahindra |
| Model | Park Avenue | Bolero |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
