1997 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2000 Opel Tigra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 475 kg more than 2000 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota 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, 1997 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Dakota | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |
