2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2002 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2002 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2002 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 159 | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
