2004 Opel Signum vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2004 Opel Signum and 2004 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Volvo S80. 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 (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80. 2004 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Opel Signum | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Signum | S80 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |