2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 2007 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 5 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 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 25 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 326 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto. 2007 Kia Picanto 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. 2007 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Mobilio | 2007 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Mobilio | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 35 L |
