2008 Opel Agila vs. 2007 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2008 Opel Agila is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 1,061 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Alto (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Agila weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Alto.
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 Opel Agila (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Agila | 2007 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Agila | Alto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 35 L |
