2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 108 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla (171 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Corolla | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
