2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2000 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Agila would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 662 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2000 Vauxhall Agila has manual transmission. 2000 Vauxhall Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2000 Vauxhall Agila | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Charger | Agila |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1692 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2370 mm |
