Kawasaki Eliminator 450 vs Royal Enfield Interceptor 650: A Comprehensive Comparison

Pricing and Affordability: Kawasaki Eliminator 450

Starts at Rs. 5 Lakh onwards with an EMI of ₹14,457 and insurance at Rs.22,593.

Pricing and Affordability: Royal Enfield Interceptor 650

Starts at Rs. 5 Lakh onwards with an EMI of ₹14,457 and insurance at Rs.22,593.

Performance

Engine Power: Eliminator has a max power of 48 PS @ 10000 rpm, whereas the Interceptor offers 47.4 PS @ 7250 rpm.

Performance

Torque: Eliminator produces 37.2 Nm @ 8000 rpm while the Interceptor provides 52.3 Nm @ 5150 rpm. The Interceptor boasts higher torque, potentially indicating better pulling power at lower revs.

Engine and Configuration  

Eliminator's engine is a water-cooled 4-stroke parallel 2-cylinder DOHC 4-valve with a displacement of 398 cc. 

Engine and Configuration  

Interceptor has an inline twin-cylinder, 4-stroke / SOHC engine with a larger displacement of 647.95 cc. Both have a dual-cylinder setup.

Riding Style and Body Type

Both bikes fall under the cruiser category, offering relaxed and comfortable riding positions suitable for long distances.

Cost of Ownership  

Interceptor, despite having a larger displacement, is priced more attractively and offers lower EMIs and insurance costs, making it a potentially more cost-effective option in terms of initial investment and maintenance.

Torque and Power Distribution

While the Eliminator has marginally higher power, the Interceptor offers more torque at lower revs, which could translate to better low-speed responsiveness and pulling ability.

Interest Rates and Financing  

Eliminator's financing starts at 9.7% for 3 years, while the Interceptor offers a lower rate of 6%, potentially indicating more favorable financing terms for the Interceptor.

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