2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Opel Tigra

To start off, 2008 Opel Tigra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2008 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1945 kg more than 2008 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Tigra. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Tigra has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Tigra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Excursion 2008 Opel Tigra
Make Ford Opel
Model Excursion Tigra
Year Released 2000 2008
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5406 cc 1248 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 252 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 474 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 3210 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 2050 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 167 L 45 L


 

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