2007 BMW 116 vs. 2007 Opel Agila
To start off, both 2007 BMW 116 and 2007 Opel Agila were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 116 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 116 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 2007 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 116 | 2007 Opel Agila | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 116 | Agila |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 18 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |