1999 Opel Tigra vs. 1999 Opel Signum
To start off, both 1999 Opel Tigra and 1999 Opel Signum were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1999 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 555 kg more than 1999 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Tigra | 1999 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Tigra | Signum |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2840 mm |
