2004 Mini One vs. 2008 Opel Agila
To start off, 2008 Opel Agila is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mini One would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini One should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Agila weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Mini One.
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 One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini One | 2008 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | One | Agila |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| 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 | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |
