2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Vauxhall Agila

To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Agila would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 500 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Ford Mustang 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 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Agila.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Mustang 2000 Vauxhall Agila
Make Ford Vauxhall
Model Mustang Agila
Year Released 2004 2000
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4009 cc 973 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 211 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 87 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 3510 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2370 mm


 

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