2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2008 Opel Agila
To start off, 2008 Opel Agila is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2008 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Rainier weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Agila. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Agila. 2007 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 2008 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Rainier | Agila |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 41 L |
