2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 10 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 819 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 2013 Acura MDX 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, 2013 Acura MDX 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, 2013 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Mobilio | 2013 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Mobilio | MDX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2238 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1733 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
