2005 Opel Agila vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 754 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 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Agila. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (165 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila. 2010 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Agila | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Agila | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
