2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 206 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio. 2001 Toyota Avensis 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. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Mobilio | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Mobilio | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
