2010 Opel Agila vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2010 Opel Agila and 2010 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2010 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 609 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 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Agila. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Opel Agila | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Agila | Silverado |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 129 L |