2001 Opel Signum vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 10 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 2001 Opel Signum. (144 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 572 kg more than 2001 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Signum. (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Signum | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Signum | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
