2004 Opel Signum vs. 2004 Skoda Superb
To start off, both 2004 Opel Signum and 2004 Skoda Superb were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Superb. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Skoda Superb. 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, 2004 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Superb. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Signum | 2004 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Signum | Superb |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
