2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 2008 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude 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 1,595 cc, 2008 Mazda Etude is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
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, 2008 Mazda Etude (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Etude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 2008 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Mobilio | Etude |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1595 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
