2008 Chevrolet Epica vs. 2004 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Epica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Epica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Epica (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Epica should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Epica weights approximately 375 kg more than 2004 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 Chevrolet Epica (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Epica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Epica | 2004 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Epica | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
