2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 197 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto.
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 Fiat Punto (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra. 2007 Opel Tigra has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Tigra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
