2004 Opel Signum vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Signum | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Signum | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |