2009 Opel Tigra vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2009 Opel Tigra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Tigra (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Tigra weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Opel Tigra (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Tigra | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Tigra | 206 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
