2009 Kia Carens 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 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 385 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Carens | 2010 Opel Agila | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Carens | Agila |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 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 | 1515 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |