2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 252 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 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Mobilio | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Mobilio | Altima |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |