2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 601 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, 2005 Ford Freestar (325 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2003 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Freestar | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2750 mm |
