2007 Opel Tigra vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, both 2007 Opel Tigra and 2007 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.

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 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra. 2007 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Tigra has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Tigra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Opel Tigra 2007 Toyota 4Runner
Make Opel Toyota
Model Tigra 4Runner
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1246 cc 3956 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 69 HP 236 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 1185 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.6 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 87 L


 

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