2004 Opel Signum vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 2004 Opel Signum and 2004 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 406 (106 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 96 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 406.
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 Peugeot 406 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Signum | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Signum | 406 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3120 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |