2011 Audi R8 vs. 2010 Opel Agila

To start off, 2011 Audi R8 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2010 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 695 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 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Agila. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Agila.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Audi R8 2010 Opel Agila
Make Audi Opel
Model R8 Agila
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4200 cc 996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 420 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 88 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4435 mm 3510 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1252 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2649 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 41 L


 

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