2006 Mahindra Bolero vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 6 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. (93 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Bolero.
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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC 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. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mahindra Bolero | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Mahindra | Bentley |
| Model | Bolero | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 5998 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2746 mm |
