2003 Smart Roadster vs. 2009 Opel Agila
To start off, 2009 Opel Agila is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Agila weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Because 2003 Smart Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Agila, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 110 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Smart Roadster | 2009 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Smart | Opel |
| Model | Roadster | Agila |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
