2005 BMW 330 vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 325 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 2005 BMW 330 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 2005 BMW 330. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2003 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
