2009 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Opel Tigra

To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2008 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Tigra weights approximately 136 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.

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 (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 Opel Tigra.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Accord 2008 Opel Tigra
Make Honda Opel
Model Accord Tigra
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 1248 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1129 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L


 

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