2011 Opel Agila vs. 2005 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2011 Opel Agila is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2011 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Frontera weights approximately 645 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 2005 Holden Frontera 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, 2005 Holden Frontera 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, 2005 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Agila. 2005 Holden Frontera 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. 2005 Holden Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Opel Agila | 2005 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Opel | Holden |
| Model | Agila | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1229 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
