2005 Kia Picanto vs. 2009 Opel Agila
To start off, 2009 Opel Agila is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Agila (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Picanto weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Opel Agila.
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, 2009 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Picanto | 2009 Opel Agila | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Picanto | Agila |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 41 L |