2011 Opel Agila vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Opel Agila is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 319 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.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Agila. 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Opel Agila | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Agila | Passat |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1229 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 62 L |
