2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2000 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mahindra Bolero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mahindra Bolero would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Bolero. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra Bolero. (166 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2000 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mahindra |
| Model | Santa Fe | Bolero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1780 kg |
