2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Opel Agila
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Accent (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Opel 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, 2003 Hyundai Accent (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 2005 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Accent | Agila |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 17.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
