2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (100 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 59 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Bolero. (236 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mahindra |
| Model | Santa Fe | Bolero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
