2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (197 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
