2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2009 Opel Agila
To start off, both 2009 Mazda 3 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 1,598 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 73 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.
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 Mazda 3 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 2009 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 3 | Agila |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1229 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |
