2005 Ford Taurus vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2005 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio will offer significantly more control. 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 Taurus (266 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Taurus | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taurus | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
