2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 2007 Citroen Xsara 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 110 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 Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xsara | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
