2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1242 kg more than 2006 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Armada | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |
