2005 Opel Agila vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo 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 1,191 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Agila weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo (141 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Agila | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Agila | Lupo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 34 L |