2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mahindra Bolero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mahindra Bolero would be higher. At 2,498 cc, 2006 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. (93 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Bolero.
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, 2008 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mahindra Bolero. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2006 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Kia | Mahindra |
| Model | Sorento | Bolero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3020 mm |
