2006 Opel Tigra vs. 2006 Peugeot 607

To start off, both 2006 Opel Tigra and 2006 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,228 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 607 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 265 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 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Opel Tigra 2006 Peugeot 607
Make Opel Peugeot
Model Tigra 607
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 2228 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5650 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.2 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 204 km/hour 220 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.4 seconds 9.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 9.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 80 L


 

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