2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 2010 Kia Optima
To start off, 2010 Kia Optima is newer by 9 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Optima weights approximately 130 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 2010 Kia Optima. 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, 2010 Kia Optima (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Mobilio | 2010 Kia Optima | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Mobilio | Optima |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |