2006 BMW 523 vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2001 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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, 2006 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 523 | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
