2007 Opel Agila vs. 1999 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Opel Agila is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Avensis (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Avensis 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.
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, 1999 Toyota Avensis (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Agila | 1999 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Agila | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |
