2006 Opel Agila vs. 2009 Ascari A10
To start off, 2009 Ascari A10 is newer by 3 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 556 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ascari A10 weights approximately 150 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 2009 Ascari A10 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 2009 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Agila | 2009 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Opel | Ascari |
Model | Agila | A10 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2636 mm |