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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Tigra weights approximately 113 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion.
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 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
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 | 1596 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 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 | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1265 kg |
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 | 6.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |