2000 Opel Agila vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2000 Opel Agila. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 365 kg more than 2000 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Agila | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Agila | Jetta |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |