1999 Opel Tigra vs. 2002 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Opel Tigra.
Because 2002 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1999 Opel Tigra (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Tigra | 2002 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Tigra | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
