1999 Ford Contour vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 23 kg more than 1999 Ford Contour.
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, 1999 Ford Contour (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra. 2007 Opel Tigra has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Tigra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Contour | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Contour | Tigra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |