2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Opel Agila

To start off, 2010 Opel Agila is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2010 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Agila weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.

Because 2009 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Agila, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Agila.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Ranger 2010 Opel Agila
Make Ford Opel
Model Ranger Agila
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4015 cc 1247 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 207 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 323 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1022 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 3510 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 3200 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 5.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 41 L


 

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