2006 Mahindra Bolero vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL

To start off, both 2006 Mahindra Bolero and 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. (93 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Bolero.

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 Mercedes-Benz GL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mahindra Bolero 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
Make Mahindra Mercedes-Benz
Model Bolero GL
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Size 2498 cc 4663 cc
Horse Power 93 HP 335 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 460 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 3020 mm 3080 mm


 

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