2006 Mahindra Bolero vs. 2006 Volvo S40

To start off, both 2006 Mahindra Bolero and 2006 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. (93 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40. 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 Volvo S40 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. 2006 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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