2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C5 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 256 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.
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 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra. 2007 Opel Tigra has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Tigra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C5 | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C5 | Tigra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |