2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 146 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2007 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Accent | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
