2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2004 Vauxhall Tigra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 4 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2004 Vauxhall Tigra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cavalier | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
