2011 Ford Ka vs. 2009 Opel Agila
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Agila.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Ka (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Ka | 2009 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ka | Agila |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 17.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 41 L |
