2006 Opel Tigra vs. 2008 Opel Tigra

To start off, 2008 Opel Tigra is newer by 2 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Tigra (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2008 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Opel Tigra 2008 Opel Tigra
Make Opel Opel
Model Tigra Tigra
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1248 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.5 mm 69.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.2 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 204 km/hour 167 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.4 seconds 15.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 45 L


 

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