2007 Mahindra Bolero vs. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (100 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 102 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (236 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis 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. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Bolero | 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mercury |
| Model | Bolero | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
