2000 Honda S-MX vs. 1999 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 1 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. (72 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 365 kg more than 2000 Honda S-MX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. (156 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S-MX | 1999 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | S-MX | Bolero |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1695 kg |
