2008 Opel Tigra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Opel Tigra and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Tigra (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 5 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 Opel Tigra (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
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2008 Opel Tigra | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Tigra | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 12.9 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 | 1165 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 | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |