2009 Ford F-450 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Agila would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Agila.
Because 2009 Ford F-450 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 Ford F-450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 726 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-450 | 2003 Vauxhall Agila | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | F-450 | Agila |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2370 mm |
