2006 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Elantra 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Elantra (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 185 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 Hyundai Elantra (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Elantra | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Elantra | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 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 | 1450 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
