2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 355 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Mobilio | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Mobilio | C4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
