2005 Opel Tigra vs. 2002 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 Toyota Yaris.
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, both vehicles can yield 170 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Tigra | 2002 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Tigra | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1194 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| 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 | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
