2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 469 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Mobilio | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Mobilio | Sorento |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1735 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |