2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2002 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Agila would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. 2009 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Agila has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda Tribute | 2002 Vauxhall Agila | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | Tribute | Agila |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |