2005 Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 321 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
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, 2007 Opel Tigra (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio. 2007 Opel Tigra has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rio | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1265 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
