2006 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 2006 Ford Escape 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 480 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 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escape | Tigra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.6 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |