2004 Opel Signum vs. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport

To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 5 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport.

Because 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2004 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Opel Signum 2009 Subaru Outback Sport
Make Opel Subaru
Model Signum Outback Sport
Year Released 2004 2009
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 64 L


 

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