2011 Opel Agila vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Opel Agila is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Agila weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 2002 Toyota Corolla 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. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Opel Agila | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Agila | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |
