2009 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Opel Tigra

To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Opel Tigra. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Accord 2005 Opel Tigra
Make Honda Opel
Model Accord Tigra
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1194 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 69.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96.9 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.6:1 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 1500 kg 1205 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1370 mm


 

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