2007 Mahindra Bolero vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2007 Mahindra Bolero and 2007 Opel Zafira 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 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (100 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mahindra Bolero (236 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira. 2007 Opel Zafira 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 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Bolero | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mahindra | Opel |
| Model | Bolero | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
