2009 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (93 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Mahindra Bolero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. 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, 2007 Mahindra Bolero (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Bolero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2007 Mahindra Bolero | |
Make | Honda | Mahindra |
Model | Civic | Bolero |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |