2004 Opel Tigra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Tigra (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2004 Opel Tigra.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Tigra. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Tigra | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Tigra | Transporter |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 19.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |