2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 7 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1057 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.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Mobilio | 2010 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Mobilio | Caddy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |