2007 Opel Tigra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2007 Opel Tigra and 2007 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 321 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1476 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 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Tigra | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Tigra | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 444 HP |
Torque | 165 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |