2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2008 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2008 Kia Amanti is newer by 5 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
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, 2008 Kia Amanti (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Mobilio | 2008 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Mobilio | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
