Mahindra Arjun Novo 605 DI-i vs Sonalika Tiger DI 55 CRDS — Which is Better? 2026

Side-by-side comparison of the Mahindra Arjun Novo 605 DI-i (₹ 8.8 Lakh – ₹ 9 Lakh) and Sonalika Tiger DI 55 CRDS (₹ 10.08 Lakh – ₹ 10.7 Lakh): HP, engine, hydraulics, price and Aglist Score.

Mahindra Arjun Novo 605 DI-i Sonalika Tiger DI 55 CRDS
Aglist Score7.57.4
Price (ex-showroom)₹8,80,075₹10,08,000
Engine HP5755
PTO HP50.3—
Engine capacity3,5314,712
Cylinders44
Gearbox15 Forward + 3 Reverse12 Forward + 12 Reverse / 20 Forward + 20 Reverse
Transmission typePartial Synchromesh (mechanical + synchromesh)Constant Mesh (side shift)
BrakesMechanical / Oil Immersed Multi Disc BrakesOil Immersed Brakes
SteeringPower Steering (single drop arm)Power Steering
Lifting capacity2,200 kg2,200 kg
Fuel tank66 litres65 litres
Wheelbase2,145 mm—
Drive2WD2WD
Warranty6 years / 6000 hours5 years
Front tyre7.50 x 167.50 x 16
Rear tyre16.9 x 2816.9 x 28

Aglist Score — broken down

Mahindra Arjun Novo 605 DI-iSonalika Tiger DI 55 CRDS
Value for money6.24
Power & performance610
Hydraulics & implements7.98.5
Build & durability8.47.6
Comfort & usability8.78.1
Warranty & service reach9.78.2

Our verdict

Verdict by the Aglist editorial desk

On our score the Mahindra Arjun Novo 605 DI-i (7.5/10) edges out the Sonalika Tiger DI 55 CRDS (7.4/10).

Mahindra Arjun Novo 605 DI-i: Sugarcane, cotton and contract farming where one tractor must run reaper, leveller and heavy trolley all season.

Sonalika Tiger DI 55 CRDS: Contractors needing TREM IV compliance for laser levelling, dozer and commercial haulage across long seasons.

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