2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Laguna (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1999 Renault Laguna (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Mobilio | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Mobilio | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
