2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1296 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.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Mobilio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Mobilio | 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mobilio | GL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 2550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |
