2007 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Tigra
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Tigra would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Tigra. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 825 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall 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, 2007 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Tigra. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2005 Vauxhall Tigra | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | A4 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
