2006 Opel Agila vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 402 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Agila | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
