2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2004 Opel Agila
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 492 kg more than 2004 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 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Agila. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 2004 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sportage | Agila |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1542 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
