2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Mobilio | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mobilio | C |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |