2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Opel Agila
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Agila (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Agila weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2. 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 Citroen C2 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 2005 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C2 | Agila |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 42 L |
