2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (100 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (236 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 Mahindra Bolero has manual transmission. 2007 Mahindra Bolero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
| Model | Silverado | Bolero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 55 L |
