2003 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2002 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 1 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 216 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.
Because 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Mobilio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet S-10 | 2002 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | S-10 | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2750 mm |
