2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Opel Agila

To start off, both 2005 Opel Vectra and 2005 Opel Agila were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 145 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Vectra 2005 Opel Agila
Make Opel Opel
Model Vectra Agila
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 1198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 153 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 72.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94.6 mm 72.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 10.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 218 km/hour 155 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 13.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 3510 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 6.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 42 L


 

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