2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 299 kg more than 2005 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 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 Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 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 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Silverado | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2750 mm |
