2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 57 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Mobilio | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Mobilio | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3110 mm |
