2005 Opel Agila vs. 2006 Citroen C8
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 688 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, 2006 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila. 2006 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Agila | 2006 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Agila | C8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
