2005 Opel Tigra vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 8 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1101 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 2013 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Tigra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Tigra | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Tigra | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1194 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
