2004 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Opel Agila
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 2 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Opel Agila. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 96 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, 2004 Honda Civic (156 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Agila. (89 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2002 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Agila |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 44 L |
