2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2011 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 8 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 180 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. 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, 2003 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Mobilio | 2011 Chevrolet Kalos | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Mobilio | Kalos |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |