2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 2003 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Agila weights approximately 49 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fiesta (109 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fiesta | 2003 Vauxhall Agila | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Fiesta | Agila |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |