1995 Opel Tigra vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1995 Opel Tigra. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1995 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Tigra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Tigra | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Tigra | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2360 mm |