2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 2003 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mahindra Bolero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mahindra Bolero would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Bolero. (72 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra Bolero. (156 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra Bolero. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 2003 Mahindra Bolero has manual transmission. 2003 Mahindra Bolero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 2003 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mahindra |
| Model | LR2 | Bolero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
