2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Opel Agila
To start off, 2011 Opel Agila is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 293 kg more than 2011 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 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Agila. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
| Model | Golf | Agila |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1348 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |
