2005 Opel Tigra vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1038 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 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra. 2012 Nissan Titan 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. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Tigra | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Tigra | Titan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 140 L |
