1998 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 41 kg more than 1998 Nissan Rasheen.
Because 1998 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Rasheen 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, 2005 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Rasheen | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Rasheen | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
