2005 Honda Fit vs. 2004 Vauxhall Tigra
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Tigra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Tigra weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Fit | 2004 Vauxhall Tigra | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Fit | Tigra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |