2005 Honda Mobilio vs. 1998 Volvo V40
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Mobilio (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Volvo V40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Volvo V40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 143 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Mobilio | 1998 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Mobilio | V40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
