2005 Opel Agila vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 3 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 554 kg more than 2005 Opel Agila.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (165 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Agila | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Agila | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 18.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
