2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo 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 Volkswagen Lupo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 266 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 Volkswagen Lupo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Mobilio | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Mobilio | Lupo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 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 | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2330 mm |