2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP) has 138 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 383 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 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Mobilio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (320 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Mobilio | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
