2003 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio

To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 875 kg more than 2001 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.

Compare all specifications:

2003 BMW X5 2001 Honda Mobilio
Make BMW Honda
Model X5 Mobilio
Year Released 2003 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 338 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 131 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 89.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.8:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2195 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 42 L


 

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