2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 2006 Buick LaCrosse 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 315 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.
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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | LaCrosse | Tigra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |