2003 Saturn L vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saturn L weights approximately 190 kg more than 2012 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 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Saturn L | 2012 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Saturn | Opel |
| Model | L | Agila |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 41 L |
