2007 Mahindra Bolero vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mahindra Bolero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mahindra Bolero would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (93 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Bolero | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mazda |
| Model | Bolero | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
