2007 Opel Tigra vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
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 (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Tigra | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Tigra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
