1998 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2006 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. (93 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Bolero.
Because 2006 Mahindra Bolero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1998 Honda Accord (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2006 Mahindra Bolero has manual transmission. 2006 Mahindra Bolero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2006 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | Accord | Bolero |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3020 mm |
