2006 Citroen C5 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 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (100 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 71 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (236 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. 2006 Citroen C5 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 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2007 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Citroen | Mahindra |
| Model | C5 | Bolero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
