2005 Opel Agila vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 679 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Agila | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Agila | Eos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
