2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 840 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Vauxhall Agila | |
Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
Model | Santa Fe | Agila |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |