2010 Honda Pilot vs. 2008 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2008 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 734 kg more than 2008 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Pilot | 2008 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Pilot | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1847 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
