2002 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Opel Signum
To start off, 2007 Opel Signum is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 395 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2007 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Signum |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
