2005 Opel Agila vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi 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 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 430 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, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Agila | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Agila | Citi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 49 L |
