2005 Opel Tigra vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2005 Opel Tigra and 2005 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback weights approximately 344 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 2005 Subaru Outback 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, 2005 Subaru Outback 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, 2005 Subaru Outback (339 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Tigra | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Tigra | Outback |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1194 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |