2009 Opel Agila vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Agila would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2009 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 551 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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Agila | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Agila | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1229 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 76 L |
