2009 Mazda Premacy vs. 2008 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Tigra (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Opel Tigra.
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 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda Premacy | 2008 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Premacy | Tigra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |