2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 11 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Mobilio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Silverado | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2750 mm |
