2005 Honda Mobilio vs. 2010 Scion tC

To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Scion tC (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda Mobilio 2010 Scion tC
Make Honda Scion
Model Mobilio tC
Year Released 2005 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1496 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1755 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1415 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2700 mm