2006 Opel Agila vs. 1999 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2006 Opel Agila is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Accent (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Agila weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Accent.
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 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Accent. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Accent. 1999 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Agila | 1999 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Agila | Accent |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
