2005 Mazda Marathon vs. 2000 Vauxhall Agila

To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon is newer by 5 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 2,260 cc, 2005 Mazda Marathon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Marathon (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Marathon should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Marathon weights approximately 487 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 2005 Mazda Marathon 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 2005 Mazda Marathon. 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, 2005 Mazda Marathon (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Marathon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Agila.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mazda Marathon 2000 Vauxhall Agila
Make Mazda Vauxhall
Model Marathon Agila
Year Released 2005 2000
Body Type Van Hatchback
Engine Size 2260 cc 1199 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 10 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1517 kg 1030 kg
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2370 mm


 

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