2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Tigra (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Opel Tigra (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3. 2005 Citroen C3 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 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C3 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
