2004 Vauxhall Agila vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. 2000 Suzuki Jimny has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Agila has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Suzuki Jimny will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Vauxhall Agila | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Suzuki |
| Model | Agila | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 973 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2260 mm |
