2005 Opel Agila vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 287 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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Agila | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Agila | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4456 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |