2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 48 kg more than 2002 Honda Mobilio. 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, 1998 Honda Accord (186 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Mobilio has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Mobilio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Mobilio | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Mobilio | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
