2007 Opel Agila vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Prius (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 250 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 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Agila | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Agila | Prius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
