2007 Volvo S60 vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2012 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 484 kg more than 2012 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 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S60 | 2012 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Volvo | Opel |
| Model | S60 | Agila |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1539 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |
