2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1995 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1995 Opel Tigra. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1604 kg more than 1995 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Tigra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1995 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Envoy | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2430 mm |
