2009 Audi A5 vs. 2008 Opel Agila
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 1 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2008 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 480 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 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2008 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A5 | Agila |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 41 L |
