2001 Vauxhall Agila vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 9 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 209 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Vauxhall Agila | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
Model | Agila | T5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 971 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |