2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
