2008 Opel Tigra vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2008 Opel Tigra. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Tigra.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Tigra. 2012 Audi A8 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. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Opel Tigra | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Opel | Audi |
Model | Tigra | A8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |