2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Mobilio (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Mobilio | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Mobilio | Samurai |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |