2006 Opel Agila vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 305 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.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Agila. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Agila | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Agila | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
