2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 82 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 2011 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Mobilio | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Mobilio | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 79 L |