2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2011 Opel Agila
To start off, 2011 Opel Agila is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2011 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 134 kg more than 2011 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Toyota Tacoma (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Tacoma | 2011 Opel Agila | |
Make | Toyota | Opel |
Model | Tacoma | Agila |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2701 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 41 L |