2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 515 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 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mobilio | E |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
