2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Opel Tigra

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 957 kg more than 2005 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Hyundai Terracan 2005 Opel Tigra
Make Hyundai Opel
Model Terracan Tigra
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 1194 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 345 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.2 mm 69.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.4:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 1205 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1370 mm


 

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