2001 Vauxhall Agila vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Agila would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 650 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Omega 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 2002 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Agila, 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, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. 2002 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 2001 Vauxhall Agila has manual transmission. 2001 Vauxhall Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Vauxhall Agila | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
Model | Agila | Omega |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 971 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |