1996 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2009 Opel Agila
To start off, 2009 Opel Agila is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 266 kg more than 2009 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 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Pontiac Sunfire | 2009 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Pontiac | Opel |
| Model | Sunfire | Agila |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
