2006 BMW 525 vs. 1997 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1997 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Tigra.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 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 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1997 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 525 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
