2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2013 BMW 6 series

To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 565 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 BMW 6 series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 BMW 6 series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 6 series (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Honda Mobilio 2013 BMW 6 series
Make Honda BMW
Model Mobilio 6 series
Year Released 2003 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1496 cc 2979 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 318 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4894 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1894 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1369 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2855 mm


 

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