2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 500 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 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
