2007 Opel Agila vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Opel Agila is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2007 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 634 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Agila | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Agila | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1229 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 5.7 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 | 1055 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
