2004 Vauxhall Tigra vs. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Tigra would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 660 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.
Because 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Tigra has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Tigra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Vauxhall Tigra | 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Vauxhall | Toyota |
Model | Tigra | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1811 mm |