2004 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 2004 AC Aceca and 2004 Opel Tigra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2004 Opel Tigra. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Tigra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Tigra. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 2004 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Aceca | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
