2012 Renault Thalia vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Tigra (123 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 265 kg more than 2012 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, 2007 Opel Tigra (166 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2007 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Thalia | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Thalia | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 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 |
