2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 316 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2012 Opel Agila | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C5 | Agila |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 15 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 | 1446 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 41 L |