2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
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 Mazda Familia (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
