2005 Toyota Matrix vs. 2004 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2005 Toyota Matrix is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Agila would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Matrix (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 330 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 2005 Toyota Matrix 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, 2005 Toyota Matrix 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, 2005 Toyota Matrix (161 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Matrix | 2004 Vauxhall Agila | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Matrix | Agila |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
