2006 Morgan Aero vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Morgan Aero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Morgan Aero would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2012 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Agila weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero.
Because 2006 Morgan Aero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Morgan Aero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Agila, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Morgan Aero (448 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Morgan Aero | 2012 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | Aero | Agila |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |
