2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 11 kg more than 2001 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Avalanche | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 42 L |
