2001 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Opel Agila
To start off, 2004 Opel Agila is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 222 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Opel Agila (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2004 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Agila |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
