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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2010 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 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 715 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 (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Agila. 2009 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1247 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1845 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 | 5.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |
