2002 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 1 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Honda Civic (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
