2006 Opel Tigra vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra.
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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Tigra | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Tigra | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
