2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 6 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
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, 2007 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Mobilio | 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
