2005 Honda Mobilio vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (719 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Mobilio | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mobilio | W12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1110 mm |
