2007 Opel Agila vs. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, both 2007 Opel Agila and 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Opel Agila. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 693 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, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Agila. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Opel Agila 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Opel Pontiac
Model Agila Grand Prix
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 998 cc 3786 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 59 HP 200 HP
Torque 88 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73.4 mm 96.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.6 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.4:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 940 kg 1633 kg
Vehicle Length 3510 mm 5040 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.8 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 64 L


 

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