2003 Opel Signum vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2003 Opel Signum and 2003 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (115 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Opel Signum. 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Signum | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Signum | 407 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |