2005 Opel Agila vs. 2003 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Agila (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Agila weights approximately 315 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Swift. 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 Opel Agila (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Agila | 2003 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Agila | Swift |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |