2004 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 283 kg more than 2004 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, 2005 Opel Signum (265 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Signum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
