2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2009 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2009 Opel Tigra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Opel Tigra. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 860 kg more than 2009 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Tigra. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Tigra has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Tigra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Discovery | 2009 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Discovery | Tigra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |