2009 Opel Tigra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, both 2009 Opel Tigra and 2009 Volkswagen Citi were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 40 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 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 Opel Tigra (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Opel Tigra | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Tigra | Citi |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |