2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2003 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Agila would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 985 kg more than 2003 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, 2006 Kia Picanto (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. 2006 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Agila has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 2003 Vauxhall Agila | |
| Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Picanto | Agila |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
