2009 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mahindra Bolero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mahindra Bolero would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Bolero. (72 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 566 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 2002 Mahindra Bolero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2009 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Bolero. (155 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2002 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | Accord | Bolero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1695 kg |
