2005 Honda Mobilio vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 140 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle (165 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Mobilio | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Mobilio | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 165 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |