2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 12 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Explorer (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 959 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 2013 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Mobilio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer 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, 2013 Ford Explorer (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Mobilio | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Mobilio | Explorer |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8: 1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2209 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5006 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2291 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |