2005 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
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 (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 45 L |
