2002 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2002 Vauxhall Agila

To start off, both 2002 Hyundai Elantra and 2002 Vauxhall Agila were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Elantra (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Hyundai Elantra (183 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm). This means 2002 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Agila.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Hyundai Elantra 2002 Vauxhall Agila
Make Hyundai Vauxhall
Model Elantra Agila
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 971 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 137 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 87 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1195 kg 1015 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 3510 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2370 mm


 

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