2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 1996 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 136 kg more than 1996 Opel Tigra.
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, 1996 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 1996 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xsara | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
