1999 Kia Sephia vs. 1999 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, both 1999 Kia Sephia and 1999 Mahindra Bolero were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sephia (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. (72 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 520 kg more than 1999 Kia Sephia.
Because 1999 Mahindra Bolero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mahindra Bolero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sephia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Mahindra Bolero (156 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sephia. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sephia | 1999 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Kia | Mahindra |
| Model | Sephia | Bolero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1615 kg |
