2004 Opel Signum vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 7 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 255 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Signum | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Signum | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1742 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
