2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Opel Agila
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Opel Agila were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila. 2005 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi A3 | 2005 Opel Agila | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A3 | Agila |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 17.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |