2006 Opel Agila vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 7 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Agila weights approximately 110 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2006 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris. 2013 Toyota Yaris 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. 2013 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Agila | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Agila | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
