2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 2 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 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 928 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Mobilio | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mobilio | ML |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
