2005 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Opel Agila
To start off, 2006 Opel Agila is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 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, 2005 Opel Astra (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2006 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Agila |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |
