2009 BMW 550 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Agila

To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Agila would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Agila.

Because 2009 BMW 550 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 2009 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Agila.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 550 2004 Vauxhall Agila
Make BMW Vauxhall
Model 550 Agila
Year Released 2009 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 973 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 362 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 491 Nm 87 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 3510 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2370 mm