2005 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Opel Tigra

To start off, both 2005 Acura MDX and 2005 Opel Tigra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,464 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 735 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.

Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra. 2005 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Tigra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Tigra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2005 Acura MDX 2005 Opel Tigra
Make Acura Opel
Model MDX Tigra
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3464 cc 1364 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88.9 mm 73.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 80.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1970 kg 1235 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 45 L