2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 291 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 2001 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Mobilio | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Mobilio | Firebird |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 5698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |