1997 Opel Tigra vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1997 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1254 kg more than 1997 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Tigra | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tigra | T5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
