2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Tigra (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Citroen C 15. 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, 2007 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C 15 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
