2004 Opel Agila vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Opel Agila. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Agila weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
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, 2008 Opel Corsa (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Agila. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Agila | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Agila | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 44 L |
