2010 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 Opel Agila
To start off, 2011 Opel Agila is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2011 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1466 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 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Agila. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Agila. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
| Model | Touareg | Agila |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4755 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 41 L |
