2008 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Agila

To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Agila would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Agila.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2002 Vauxhall Agila
Make Audi Vauxhall
Model A4 Agila
Year Released 2008 2002
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 971 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 87 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1015 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 3510 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2370 mm


 

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