2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2001 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Agila would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 112 kg more than 2001 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fiesta | 2001 Vauxhall Agila | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Fiesta | Agila |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |