2007 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Opel Agila
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 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 Astra (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2005 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Agila |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 17.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 42 L |
