2008 BMW X3 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 7 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 750 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.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW X3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Agila, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Agila. 2008 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2001 Vauxhall Agila has manual transmission. 2001 Vauxhall Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2001 Vauxhall Agila | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | X3 | Agila |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
