2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 202 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.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Mobilio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Mobilio | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Mobilio | Golf |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |