2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2005 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2005 Toyota Matrix 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Matrix (130 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Matrix (170 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Matrix 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 Matrix | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Mobilio | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
