2007 Opel Tigra vs. 2002 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Isuzu D-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Isuzu D-MAX would be higher. At 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 580 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.
Because 2002 Isuzu D-MAX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX 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, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Tigra | 2002 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | Opel | Isuzu |
| Model | Tigra | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3060 mm |
