1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2006 Opel Signum

To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 740 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. 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 Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna. 2006 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Fiat Duna 2006 Opel Signum
Make Fiat Opel
Model Duna Signum
Year Released 1999 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1698 cc 2958 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 105 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.2 mm 82 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2840 mm


 

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