2002 Opel Agila vs. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Opel Agila. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 653 kg more than 2002 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, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Agila. (89 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Agila | 2009 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Agila | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |
