2001 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (183 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Tigra weights approximately 195 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Civic (160 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Tigra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |