1999 Opel Tigra vs. 1999 Saturn SC
To start off, both 1999 Opel Tigra and 1999 Saturn SC were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Tigra weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Saturn SC.
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 Saturn SC (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Tigra | 1999 Saturn SC | |
Make | Opel | Saturn |
Model | Tigra | SC |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |