2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Vauxhall Tigra
To start off, both 2004 Ford Explorer and 2004 Vauxhall Tigra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 148 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. (128 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Explorer | 2004 Vauxhall Tigra | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Explorer | Tigra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1363 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 128 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |