2004 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2008 Opel Tigra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Tigra weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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, 2008 Opel Tigra (170 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 2008 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2008 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
