2005 Honda Mobilio vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 7 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C30 (114 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C30 weights approximately 191 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, 2012 Volvo C30 (270 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Mobilio | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Mobilio | C30 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1448 mm |
