2002 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 2001 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 515 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Vauxhall Vectra | 2001 Vauxhall Agila | |
Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
Model | Vectra | Agila |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |