2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 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, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2003 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
