2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2009 Opel Agila
To start off, 2009 Opel Agila is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Agila. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2009 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
| Model | Passat | Agila |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |
