2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 7 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 219 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Rio. 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Mobilio | Rio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1101 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
