2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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 (361 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 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 2006 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
| Model | Touareg | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
