2004 Opel Signum vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Signum | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Signum | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
