2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 and 2007 Opel Tigra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 320 | Tigra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |