2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 745 kg more than 2005 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Pilot | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Pilot | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 45 L |
