2006 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 30 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.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Lacetti | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
