2004 Honda City vs. 2002 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2004 Honda City is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mahindra Bolero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mahindra Bolero would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Bolero. (72 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 755 kg more than 2004 Honda City.
Because 2002 Mahindra Bolero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mahindra Bolero (155 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda City | 2002 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | City | Bolero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1695 kg |
