2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 2008 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 6 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 386 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Mobilio | 2008 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Mobilio | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
