2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 3 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 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 700 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 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Mobilio | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Mobilio | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
