2010 Opel Agila vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Agila is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Antara would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 865 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.
Because 2009 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Agila. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Opel Agila | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Agila | Antara |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |
