2003 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 2 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1165 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 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. 2003 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2001 Vauxhall Agila has manual transmission. 2001 Vauxhall Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2001 Vauxhall Agila | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | X5 | Agila |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
