2000 Opel Signum vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Signum would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2000 Opel Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Signum. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Signum | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Signum | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
