2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio will offer significantly more control. 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 Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Equinox | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |
