2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Thalia (104 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 Renault Thalia.
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 Renault Thalia (148 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm). This means 2011 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Mobilio | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Mobilio | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2473 mm |
