2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 124 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio.
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, 2012 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Mobilio | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Mobilio | Rio |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1126 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4046 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |