2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 330 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 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio will offer significantly more control. 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 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 2005 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Mobilio | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
