2008 Rover 25 vs. 2010 Opel Agila
To start off, 2010 Opel Agila is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 25 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 25 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2010 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 Rover 25 (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 25 | 2010 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Rover | Opel |
| Model | 25 | Agila |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 17.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |
