2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1996 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1996 Opel Tigra.
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, 2008 Citroen C3 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 1996 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C3 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
