2008 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Agila weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu YRV.
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, 2008 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu YRV | 2012 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | YRV | Agila |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 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 | 965 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 41 L |
