2006 Opel Agila vs. 2003 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Opel Agila is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Agila weights approximately 29 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2003 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Agila. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2006 Opel Agila (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Agila | 2003 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Agila | Jimny |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
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 | 1055 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2260 mm |