2002 Opel Agila vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2002 Opel Agila is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Opel Agila. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Agila weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour.
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, 2001 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Agila. (89 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Agila | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Opel | Smart |
Model | Agila | ForFour |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 47 L |