2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Opel Agila
To start off, 2009 Opel Agila is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ranger (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 665 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.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Agila. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (203 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Agila. (110 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 2009 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ranger | Agila |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |
