Bolero Pik Up Extralong 1.7T vs Ashok Leyland Dost Lite

Here is our latest Mahindra Bolero Pik Up Extralong 1.7T vs Ashok Leyland Dost Lite Spec Comparison. Read on Folks: 

It is a known fact that positive growth trends in the commercial vehicle (CV) sector are created due to the demand for smaller trucks that are powerful and robust. Small trucks (Pickup and Mini trucks) are best suitable for urban and semi-urban product and cargo transportation thanks to their agility and versatility, therefore, they are in high demand and have helped the CV sector peak in terms of sales figures. 

Some of the popular brands that offer small trucks which are in high demand are Ashok Leyland Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra among others. Moreover, among these brands, Ashok Leyland and Mahindra & Mahindra are direct competitors in the CV market. Their Pickup and Mini trucks offer superior performance, hence, they contend with each other to claim leadership. 

The best example of the leadership battle between the two said brands would be between Mahindra Bolero Pik Up Extralong 1.7T and Ashok Leyland Dost Lite. These two trucks are known for their uber performance. However, if you are curious to know which one is the best truck, then here is our latest Mahindra Bolero Pik Up Extralong 1.7T vs Ashok Leyland Dost Lite Spec Comparison. Read on: 

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1. Engine and Performance: 

The Mahindra Bolero Pik Up Extralong 1.7T comes equipped with an m2DiCR 4-cylinder 2.5L TB engine which is tuned to churn out 56 kW of maximum power at 3200 rpm and 200 Nm of peak torque at around 1400 - 2200 rpm. Its engine is coupled to a 5 Speed, All Synchromeshed (5 Forward + 1 Reverse) gearbox for better power delivery. 

Vehicle	Mahindra Bolero Pik Up Extralong 1.7T	Ashok Leyland Dost Lite
Engine	m2DiCR 4-cylinder 2.5L TB engine	1.5 L, 3 Cylinder, BS6 compliant diesel engine
Gearbox	5 Speed, All Synchromeshed	Fully synchronized 5-speed, manual gearbox
Max. Power	56 kW	51.5 kW
Max. Torque	200 Nm	170 Nm

Meanwhile, the Ashok Leyland Dost Lite comes equipped with a 1.5 L, 3 Cylinder Diesel BS VI compliant engine that produces 51.5 kW (70 hp) of power at 3300 rpm and 170 Nm of peak torque at around 1600 - 2400 rpm. Its engine is mated to a fully synchromesh, 5-speed manual gearbox. 

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2. Brakes and Suspension: 

The Mahindra Bolero Pik Up Extralong 1.7T rolls with disc brakes in the front end while the rear comes fitted with drum brakes for efficient stopping power. In terms of suspension, it gets 5 leaves Rigid Leaf Spring suspension with an Anti-roll bar at the front while the rear houses 9 leaves Rigid Leaf Spring suspension with Hydraulic Double Acting Telescopic shock absorbers.

Vehicle	Mahindra Bolero Pik Up Extralong 1.7T	Ashok Leyland Dost Lite
Brakes	Disc/ Drum brakes	Ventilated Discs/ Drums
Front Suspension	5 leaves Rigid leaf spring suspension with an Anti-roll bar provided	Independent Suspension with Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension	9 leaves rigid leaf spring suspension with Hydraulic Double Acting, Telescopic shock absorbers	Transverse Leaf Spring Parabolic Overslung suspension

On the other hand, the Ashok Leyland Dost Lite comes fitted with hydraulic vacuum-assisted brakes for efficient braking performance As for suspension, it gets an Independent Suspension with Double Wishbone in the front while the rear houses Transverse Leaf Spring Parabolic Overslung suspension. 

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3. Weights and Dimensions: 

The Bolero Pik Up Extralong 1.7T comes with a wheelbase of 3260 mm, fuel tank capacity of 60 litres, 1700 kgs payload weight, and Gross Vehicle Weight of 3490 kgs.

Vehicle	Mahindra Bolero Pik Up Extralong 1.7T	Ashok Leyland Dost Lite
GVW	3490 kgs	2590 kgs
Wheelbase	3260 mm	2350 mm
Payload	1700 kgs	1250 Kgs
Tyres Size	7.00R15, 12 PR	185 R14 LT, 8PR
Fuel Tank Capacity	60 litres	40 litres

On the other side, the Dost Lite comes with load body dimensions rated 2500mm x 1620mm x 440mm (L x B x H), a rated payload of 1250 kgs, a Gross Vehicle Weight of 2590 kgs, a wheelbase of 2350 mm, a fuel tank capacity of 40 litres and tyres sized 185 R14 LT, 8PR (Radial).

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Thus, you are reading the latest Mahindra Bolero Pik Up Extralong 1.7T vs Ashok Leyland Dost Lite Spec Comparison.

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