2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 983 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 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Mobilio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Mobilio | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Mobilio | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2881 mm |