2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 79 kg more than 2005 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Transit Connect | Tigra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |