2011 Toyota Prius vs. 2009 Opel Agila
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 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, 2011 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Prius | 2009 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Prius | Agila |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1745 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
