2009 BMW 535 vs. 2009 Opel Agila
To start off, both 2009 BMW 535 and 2009 Opel Agila were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2009 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 535 weights approximately 385 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 2009 BMW 535 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, 2009 BMW 535 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 BMW 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 535 | 2009 Opel Agila | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 535 | Agila |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |