2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 2007 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. 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 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. 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, both vehicles can yield 131 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 2007 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mobilio | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
