2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2008 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Forenza 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 375 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Because 2008 Suzuki Forenza 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, 2008 Suzuki Forenza 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, 2008 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Mobilio | 2008 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Mobilio | Forenza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |