2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2004 Opel Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Tigra weights approximately 27 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Tigra. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Tigra has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Tigra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2004 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Expedition | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |
