2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2012 BMW 550

To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 9 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 790 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Honda Mobilio 2012 BMW 550
Make Honda BMW
Model Mobilio 550
Year Released 2003 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1496 cc 4400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 143 Nm 609 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 2050 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4899 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1464 mm


 

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