2008 Opel Tigra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Opel Tigra. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 208 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.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tigra | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
