2003 Nissan Pickup vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 500 kg more than 2007 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pickup | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Pickup | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2500 mm |
