2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 850 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (998 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 855 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Mobilio | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mobilio | SL |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 998 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |