2005 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Opel Agila

To start off, both 2005 Honda Civic 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (82 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 240 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 Honda Civic (160 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda Civic 2005 Opel Agila
Make Honda Opel
Model Civic Agila
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1396 cc 1196 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 82 HP 75 HP
Torque 160 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 1000 RPM 4000 RPM
Top Speed 177 km/hour 150 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.9 seconds 13.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1270 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 3510 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 41 L


 

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