2004 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Opel Signum
To start off, 2008 Opel Signum is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. Both 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2008 Opel Signum are equipped with a 1,910 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Signum (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Signum weights approximately 293 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 2008 Opel Signum (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Opel Signum | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | GTV | Signum |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |