2007 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti.
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 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Lacetti | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
