2005 Honda Mobilio vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Outback (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Mobilio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback 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, 2003 Subaru Outback (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Mobilio | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Mobilio | Outback |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |