2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 731 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 2011 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Mobilio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Mobilio | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Mobilio | Taurus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2868 mm |