2006 Opel Agila vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 6 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 862 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 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Agila. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M 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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Agila. 2012 Infiniti M 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. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Agila | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Opel | Infiniti |
| Model | Agila | M |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 76 L |
