2002 Vauxhall Agila vs. 1999 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Accent (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 75 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, 1999 Hyundai Accent (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. 1999 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Agila has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vauxhall Agila | 1999 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Hyundai |
| Model | Agila | Accent |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 971 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
