2003 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Opel Agila
To start off, 2006 Opel Agila is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2006 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Agila |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 42 L |
