2008 Opel Agila vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2008 Opel Agila is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,398 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 590 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 2001 Toyota Tundra 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Agila. 2001 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Opel Agila 2001 Toyota Tundra
Make Opel Toyota
Model Agila Tundra
Year Released 2008 2001
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1247 cc 3398 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 69 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1130 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 3510 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 3270 mm


 

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