2008 Opel Agila vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 4 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 10 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.
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 (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Agila | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Agila | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
