2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 25 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 Mercedes-Benz A (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mobilio | A |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |
