2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 2006 Ford Fusion 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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 Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Fusion | Tigra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |