2007 Opel Tigra vs. 2007 Porsche Cayman
To start off, both 2007 Opel Tigra and 2007 Porsche Cayman were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,686 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayman (245 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 150 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 2007 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Tigra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Tigra | 2007 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Tigra | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
