2006 Mahindra Bolero vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. (93 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mahindra Bolero | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Mahindra | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bolero | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2901 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3210 mm |
