2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1996 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1996 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Tigra weights approximately 89 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Tigra. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Tigra has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Tigra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1996 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Expedition | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2430 mm |
