2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 Opel Tigra

To start off, both 2007 Opel Corsa 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Tigra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. 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 Opel Tigra (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Opel Corsa 2007 Opel Tigra
Make Opel Opel
Model Corsa Tigra
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1389 cc 1364 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 87 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77.6 mm 73.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.4 mm 80.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 166 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.2 seconds 12.4 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 880 kg 1235 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.9 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 45 L


 

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