2001 Opel Signum vs. 2006 Opel Signum

To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 5 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 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Opel Signum.

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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Signum. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Signum.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Opel Signum 2006 Opel Signum
Make Opel Opel
Model Signum Signum
Year Released 2001 2006
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3173 cc 2958 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 208 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 237 km/hour 221 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 60 L