2012 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Tigra weights approximately 41 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic.
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, 2012 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Civic | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1265 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
