2011 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Tigra (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Tigra weights approximately 16 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. 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, 2006 Opel Tigra (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2006 Opel Tigra has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Tigra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Civic | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Tigra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1249 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1785 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |