2006 Opel Tigra vs. 2010 GMC Savana

To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 4 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (250 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra.

Because 2010 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Tigra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 GMC Savana (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Tigra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Tigra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Opel Tigra 2010 GMC Savana
Make Opel GMC
Model Tigra Savana
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Convertible Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1364 cc 6600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3200 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 623 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 5692 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 2073 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 3429 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 117 L


 

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