2000 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Tigra weights approximately 479 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Because 2000 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Tigra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Tigra. 2008 Opel Tigra has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Tigra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Exige | 2008 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Exige | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
