2005 Opel Agila vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 7 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 1,390 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 268 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Agila | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Agila | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1404 mm |
