2005 Opel Vectra 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 Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 80 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 Vectra (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2006 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Agila |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |
