2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (164 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 156 | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1774 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
