2006 Opel Tigra vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Tigra (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Tigra weights approximately 375 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 Opel Tigra (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Tigra | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Opel | Daihatsu |
| Model | Tigra | YRV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |
