2005 Opel Tigra vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 996 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Porsche 996. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Tigra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Tigra | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Tigra | 996 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1194 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
