2004 Opel Signum vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 105 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Signum | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Signum | Impreza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |