2006 Smart Roadster vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Agila weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Because 2006 Smart Roadster 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 2006 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2006 Smart Roadster (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart Roadster | 2012 Opel Agila | |
Make | Smart | Opel |
Model | Roadster | Agila |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 72.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 41 L |