2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 1 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1367 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 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Range Rover | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
