2009 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 2 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, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (100 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 278 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, 2007 Mahindra Bolero (236 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord 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. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2007 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Honda | Mahindra |
| Model | Accord | Bolero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
