2011 Renault Thalia vs. 2004 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 7 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Tigra (118 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (97 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Tigra weights approximately 265 kg more than 2011 Renault Thalia. 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, 2004 Opel Tigra (171 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Thalia | 2004 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Thalia | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
