2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 9 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen T5.
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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Mobilio | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Mobilio | T5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |