2004 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Opel Agila
To start off, 2010 Opel Agila is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini Cooper weights approximately 90 kg more than 2010 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 Mini Cooper (149 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Agila. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini Cooper | 2010 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Cooper | Agila |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |
