2007 Opel Tigra vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2007 Opel Tigra and 2007 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Tigra (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Skoda Fabia. 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 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Tigra | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Opel | Skoda |
Model | Tigra | Fabia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |