2006 Mahindra Bolero vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2007 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mahindra Bolero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mahindra Bolero would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. (93 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mahindra Bolero | 2007 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | Bolero | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2982 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2760 mm |
