2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 2012 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 11 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 455 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 2012 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mobilio | Spark |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 35 L |
