1998 Buick Century vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Century weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1998 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Century | 2003 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Century | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
