2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Mobilio (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. 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 Honda Mobilio (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Mobilio | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Mobilio | Civic |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |