2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 5 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 322 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Mobilio | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mobilio | E |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |