2003 Opel Signum vs. 2004 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2004 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 112 kg more than 2004 Saab 05-Sep.
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, 2004 Saab 05-Sep (309 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Signum | 2004 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Signum | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
