2008 Opel Tigra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Opel Tigra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Opel Tigra. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 171 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Tigra | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tigra | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
