2009 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Opel Agila
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Agila weights approximately 158 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2008 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escape | Agila |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 41 L |
