2004 Opel Signum vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle 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 (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 47 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Signum | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Signum | Beetle |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |