2005 Opel Agila vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 390 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Agila, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Agila | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Agila | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 79 L |