2004 Opel Signum vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 13 kg more than 2004 Opel Signum.
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 (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Signum | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Signum | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |
