2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,498 cc, 2007 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Bolero (100 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Bolero should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 904 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mahindra Bolero (236 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2007 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | Panda | Bolero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
