2005 Opel Agila vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, both 2005 Opel Agila and 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 522 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (298 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Agila 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Opel Pontiac
Model Agila Grand Prix
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1198 cc 3786 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 200 HP
Torque 110 Nm 298 Nm
Engine Bore Size 72.5 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72.6 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 9.4:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 1577 kg
Vehicle Length 3510 mm 5040 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.3 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 64 L


 

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