2005 Opel Tigra vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2005 Opel Tigra and 2005 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz A.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Tigra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Tigra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Tigra | 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tigra | A |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1194 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
