2008 Opel Tigra vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2008 Opel Tigra and 2008 Saturn Vue were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 606 kg more than 2008 Opel Tigra.
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 Saturn Vue (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Tigra. 2008 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Tigra has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Tigra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Opel Tigra | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Opel | Saturn |
Model | Tigra | Vue |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 172 HP |
Torque | 125 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |