2007 Opel Tigra vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 368 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 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra.
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2007 Opel Tigra | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Tigra | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |