2006 Opel Agila vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Opel Agila is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 656 kg more than 2006 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Agila | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Agila | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |