2006 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Opel Agila
To start off, 2006 Ford Ka is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ka weights approximately 79 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, 2006 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ka | 2005 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ka | Agila |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 17.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1019 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
