2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2011 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 274 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Honda Mobilio 2011 Subaru Forester
Make Honda Subaru
Model Mobilio Forester
Year Released 2003 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1496 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 170 HP
Torque 131 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1524 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4559 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1699 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2616 mm


 

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