2005 Opel Tigra vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 435 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 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (292 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Tigra | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Tigra | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1194 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
