2000 Opel Agila vs. 2004 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Vibe (122 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Opel Agila. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Agila. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2004 Pontiac Vibe (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Agila | 2004 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Agila | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 45 L |
