2005 Opel Agila vs. 1995 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 50 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.
Because 1995 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Agila. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Agila | 1995 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Agila | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
