2007 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2007 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Sonata and 2007 Mahindra Bolero were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,498 cc, 2007 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (100 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 322 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mahindra Bolero (236 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. 2007 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2007 Mahindra Bolero has manual transmission. 2007 Mahindra Bolero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Sonata | 2007 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mahindra |
| Model | Sonata | Bolero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
