2001 Opel Signum vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 3250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50.
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, 2005 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Signum. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Signum | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Signum | V50 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
