2002 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Agila

To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 305 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (502 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Agila.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Porsche 911 2001 Vauxhall Agila
Make Porsche Vauxhall
Model 911 Agila
Year Released 2002 2001
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3596 cc 971 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 316 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 502 Nm 87 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1015 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 3510 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2370 mm


 

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