2006 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Opel Tigra

To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Opel Tigra. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2004 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 (226 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Tigra. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Tigra.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 2004 Opel Tigra
Make Audi Opel
Model A4 Tigra
Year Released 2006 2004
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1786 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 170 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 88.2 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 226 km/hour 204 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.4 seconds 9.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.8 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.2 L/100km 10.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L


 

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