2001 Vauxhall Agila vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 5 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 147 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.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Vauxhall Agila | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
Model | Agila | Transporter |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 971 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3410 mm |