2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 2004 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Opel Tigra. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 64 kg more than 2004 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Tigra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Tigra. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Patrol | 2004 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Patrol | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4758 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 45 L |
