2002 Citroen C2 vs. 1998 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2002 Citroen C2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Tigra weights approximately 125 kg more than 2002 Citroen C2. 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, 1998 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C2 | 1998 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C2 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2430 mm |
