2008 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 5 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 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Because 2008 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2003 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 530 | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
