2007 Opel Tigra vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 6 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 555 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 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Tigra | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Tigra | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2920 mm |
