2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Yaris (171 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Mobilio | Yaris |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |