2002 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Because 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | Vanquish | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
