1994 Opel Tigra vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 13 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1994 Opel Tigra. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 355 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.
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, 2007 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Opel Tigra | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Tigra | Altea |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |