2008 Acura TL vs. 2008 Opel Agila
To start off, both 2008 Acura TL and 2008 Opel Agila were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2008 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 397 kg more than 2008 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Agila. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2008 Opel Agila | |
Make | Acura | Opel |
Model | TL | Agila |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 41 L |