2005 Acura RL vs. 1998 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1998 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 752 kg more than 1998 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL 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 RL (353 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Tigra. 2005 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Tigra has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Tigra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 1998 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | RL | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
