2010 Opel Agila vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2010 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 545 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Opel Agila | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Agila | 5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 11 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 | 940 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |
