2004 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Chairman (151 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Opel Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 63 kg more than 2005 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Signum. (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Signum. 2004 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Chairman | 2005 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Chairman | Signum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
