1996 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Opel Agila
To start off, 2007 Opel Agila is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 22 kg more than 2007 Opel 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, 1996 Ford Escort (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2007 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Agila |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 41 L |
