2006 Mahindra Bolero vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2006 Mahindra Bolero and 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. (93 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton. 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mahindra Bolero | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Mahindra | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bolero | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4130 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3010 mm |
