1994 Opel Tigra vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 3,587 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1994 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Tigra | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Tigra | 911 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |
