2005 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (93 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 769 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Mahindra Bolero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mahindra Bolero (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2007 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | Civic | Bolero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 1865 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
