2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 2011 Opel Agila
To start off, 2011 Opel Agila is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2011 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 400 kg more than 2011 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Agila. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Highlander | 2011 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Highlander | Agila |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3308 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 41 L |
