2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 2006 Ford Freestar 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 704 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 Ford Freestar (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra. 2006 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Tigra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Tigra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Freestar | Tigra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |