2007 Mahindra Bolero vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 5 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 2,498 cc, 2007 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (100 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 448 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mahindra Bolero (236 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Bolero | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Mahindra | Kia |
| Model | Bolero | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1591 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
