2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C4 and 2008 Opel Tigra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Opel Tigra. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2008 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 C4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C4 | 2008 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C4 | Tigra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |