2003 Opel Agila vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 2003 Opel Agila is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Opel Agila. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Xedos 6 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2003 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, 1998 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Agila. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Agila. 1998 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Agila | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Opel | Xedos |
| Model | Agila | 6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
