2007 Mahindra Bolero vs. 2007 BMW 535
To start off, both 2007 Mahindra Bolero and 2007 BMW 535 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (100 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 BMW 535.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (236 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. 2007 BMW 535 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 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Bolero | 2007 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Mahindra | BMW |
| Model | Bolero | 535 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
