2007 Opel Tigra vs. 2001 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 146 kg more than 2001 Toyota Celica.
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, 2001 Toyota Celica (180 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Tigra | 2001 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Tigra | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
