2006 Kia Carens vs. 2006 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, both 2006 Kia Carens 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 2,498 cc, 2006 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carens (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. (93 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens 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 Kia Carens. 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 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Carens | 2006 Mahindra Bolero | |
Make | Kia | Mahindra |
Model | Carens | Bolero |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2498 cc |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3020 mm |