2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 2 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 235 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (289 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2003 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 159 | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
