2005 Opel Agila vs. 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Agila. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Agila | 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Agila | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 30 L |
