2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon

To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 4 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 740 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.

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, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Honda Mobilio 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
Make Honda Hyundai
Model Mobilio Tiburon
Year Released 2001 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1497 cc 2655 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 89 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1990 kg
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 55 L


 

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