2000 Opel Signum vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2000 Opel Signum. (123 HP @ 3250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Signum. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Signum | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Signum | TT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
