2006 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
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, 2005 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Tigra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |