2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 299 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2002 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Mobilio | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mobilio | Polo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
