2007 Mahindra Bolero vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (93 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 181 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2007 Mahindra Bolero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Bolero will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Bolero | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mahindra | Toyota |
| Model | Bolero | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
