2007 Mahindra Bolero vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,498 cc, 2007 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (100 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 389 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (236 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Bolero | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mahindra | Seat |
| Model | Bolero | Leon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1895 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
