2009 Acura TL vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 6 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
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, 2009 Acura TL (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2003 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | TL | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
