2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2011 Opel Agila
To start off, 2011 Opel Agila is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Agila (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Opel Agila.
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, both vehicles can yield 110 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2011 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fusion | Agila |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 13.2 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 | 1145 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
