1996 Opel Tigra vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1996 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 875 kg more than 1996 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Tigra. 2012 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Tigra has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Tigra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Opel Tigra | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Tigra | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2748 mm |