2004 Vauxhall Tigra vs. 2000 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. Both 2004 Vauxhall Tigra and 2000 Vauxhall Astra are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall 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, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Vauxhall Tigra | 2000 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Tigra | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
