2007 Opel Tigra vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2007 Opel Tigra and 2007 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Tigra (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 18 kg more than 2007 Seat Ibiza. 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 Seat Ibiza (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Tigra | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Tigra | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
