2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 364 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Honda Mobilio 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Honda Toyota
Model Mobilio Land Cruiser
Year Released 2003 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1496 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1614 kg
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2610 mm


 

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