2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 10 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 3. 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, 2011 Mazda 3 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Mobilio | 3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
