2010 Opel Agila vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2010 Opel Agila is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Agila weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour.
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, 2002 Smart ForFour (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Agila. 2002 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Opel Agila | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Opel | Smart |
| Model | Agila | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1229 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 47 L |
