2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Mahindra Bolero

To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2006 Mahindra Bolero were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. (93 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Bolero.

Because 2006 Mahindra Bolero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2006 Mahindra Bolero has manual transmission. 2006 Mahindra Bolero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Malibu 2006 Mahindra Bolero
Make Chevrolet Mahindra
Model Malibu Bolero
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Size 3491 cc 2498 cc
Horse Power 201 HP 93 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4150 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 3020 mm


 

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