2005 Opel Astra vs. 2004 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra 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. Both 2005 Opel Astra and 2004 Opel Tigra are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Tigra (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Tigra weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. 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, 2005 Opel Astra (173 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Tigra. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2004 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
