2004 Opel Signum vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 8 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 350 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Signum | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Opel | Mini |
| Model | Signum | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
