1998 Toyota Carina vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Tigra weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina. 2006 Opel Tigra has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Tigra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Carina | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Carina | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
