2009 Ford Flex vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 284 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 2003 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Flex | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |
