2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2004 Vauxhall Tigra
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Tigra would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Tigra weights approximately 2 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 2004 Vauxhall Tigra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corolla | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
