2008 Opel Agila vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 155 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 2010 Lada Niva 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, 2010 Lada Niva 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 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Agila | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Opel | Lada |
| Model | Agila | Niva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
