2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio

To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 380 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.

Because 2001 Buick Blackhawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Buick Blackhawk 2003 Honda Mobilio
Make Buick Honda
Model Blackhawk Mobilio
Year Released 2001 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7458 cc 1496 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 458 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 705 Nm 131 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 3230 mm 2750 mm


 

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