2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 141 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Mobilio | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Mobilio | Sentra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1391 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2685 mm |