2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Tigra (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. 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 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C3 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
