2006 BMW M5 vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 2006 BMW M5 and 2006 Opel Tigra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2006 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M5 | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | M5 | Tigra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |