2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 6 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (358 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 490 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 2009 Lexus LS 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, 2009 Lexus LS 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, 2009 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Mobilio | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Mobilio | LS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 466 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3100 mm |
