2005 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2005 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Matrix and 2005 Vauxhall Agila were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Matrix (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Matrix should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall 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, 2005 Hyundai Matrix (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Matrix | 2005 Vauxhall Agila | |
Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
Model | Matrix | Agila |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |