2005 Opel Tigra vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 306 (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 306.
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 Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Tigra | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Tigra | 306 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1194 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
